Fire Pits

Fire Stone Home Products changes name

November 13, 2008
Fire Stone Home Products has changed its name to The Outdoor Greatroom Company.
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Duraflame Stax firelogs hits stores this month

September 2, 2008
The multipurpose, stackable and crackling firelogs can be used in outdoor fire pits. More
R.H. Peterson vice president passes away

July 28, 2008
Vince Jankowski, vice president of R.H. Peterson Co., died on July 5. Jankowski began his career with the Peterson Company in 1960, working with Bob Peterson to create Real-Fyre Gas Logs. He ran the operation for more than 30 years, serving as the face and heart of the company. More
Coleman donates tents to Chinese earthquake relief

June 4, 2008
The Coleman Company, Inc., a unit of Jarden Outdoor Solutions, recently donated 1,000 Coleman tents for aid to people displaced by the massive May 12 earthquake in Sichuan Province, China.
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R.H. Peterson awards top distributors

April 1, 2008
R. H. Peterson awarded its 18 top dealers during a pirate themed “All Hands On Deck” event at the Georgia Aquarium during the recent Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Expo, Feb. 27-March 1 in Atlanta. Leslie Bortz, president, thanked all of the approximately 800 guests and said all were winners. More
Grill makers recognized for military support

By Cinde W. Ingram, April 1, 2008
Manufacturers who donated grills and barbecue accessories to U.S. troops in Iraq and other overseas areas were surprised to be recognized with presentations of American flags. Bill Winters of Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation, presented framed flags to presidents of some of the participating companies during the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Expo in Atlanta. More
HPBExpo sports color, innovations

By Cinde W. Ingram, Courtney M. Paschal and Donna Myers, April 1, 2008
Retail dealers sampled new flavors of grilled foods and huddled around infrared patio heaters, outdoor fireplaces and fire pits as the latest barbecue and hearth products were tested at the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Expo in Atlanta. The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association announced record-breaking grill shipments of more than 17. More
Promote grills to spark sales

By Donna Myers, April 1, 2008
May is National Barbecue Month and for retailers it offers tremendous traffic-building opportunities. This is a peak time for barbecue purchases and it gives you a whole month’s jump start on what used to be the first big promotion of the season – Memorial Day. Since that long holiday weekend is followed rather quickly by Father’s Day and then the Fourth of July, you can kick ... More
What's Hot in High Point

Courtney M. Paschal, April 1, 2008
The High Point Market returns to the Furniture Capital of the World this month with plenty of furniture introductions and stylish home accessories in the mix. From April 7-13, buyers are sure to find new items to display on their showroom floors. More
R.H. Peterson awards top distributors

March 7, 2008
R. H. Peterson awarded its 18 top dealers during an “All Hands On Deck” themed event at the Georgia Aquarium during the recent Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Expo, Feb. 27-March 1 in Atlanta.
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Teton Grill captures outdoor themes

March 1, 2008
Passion for the outdoor experience remains at the core of Teton Grill Company, which is repositioning its brand under new ownership. Retailers at the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Expo last month may have seen a sampling of Teton's outdoor lifestyle themed high-end grills, grill accessories and kitchenware in a shared booth near the exit to the Outdoor Burn Area. More
Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Foundation

By Courtney M. Paschal, March 1, 2008
The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Foundation has long been recognized for its educational track, with a focus on National Fireplace Institute certification. In 2002, however, the foundation began adding courses related to the outdoor room concept. Caleb Woodard, interim executive director of the HPBEF, said the additional courses were in response to demand as well as the merger of the Barbecue ... More
Fire Stone's Outdoor GreatRooms finding more interest from home builders

By Cinde W. Ingram, February 1, 2008
John and Corinne Mutchler plan to open the first Fire Stone Home Products retail store next month in Gulf Shores, Ala. Although the couple considered retirement following lengthy careers in sales and retail, the pair was drawn back into it because of the inclusive outdoor living concept provided by Dan Shimek, Fire Stone president and CEO. More
The Heat is on

February 1, 2008
Fire pits burst on the scene a few years back, but today's designs are more versatile, stylish and functional. From ornate construction to designs that double as beverage coolers, designers are making sure the products can stay outside year-round, providing homeowners with not only a beautiful accent, but a functional piece of furniture as well. More
Upper-end market continues to drive grill category

By Courtney M. Paschal, February 1, 2008
The grill category has had manufacturers and retailers scratching their heads over the last few years, wondering just how long and if the category will stay afloat. It seems the industry may have achieved a balancing act, and it's within the high-end market, complete with built-in barbecues and islands that don not only kitchen necessities but, thanks to technology, anything a consumer could po... More
Demos help sell grill products at HPBExpo and in stores

By Donna Myers, February 1, 2008
The barbecue industry's biggest trade show of the year, HPBExpo, is only a few weeks away and demand for exhibit space in the Outdoor Burn Area continues to escalate in 2008, as it has in recent years. The Burn Area has become increasingly popular because manufacturers recognize that being able to demonstrate the performance of their products is certain to increase sales. More
Grill accessories demos boost sales

By Laurie Rudd, February 1, 2008
Ever-increasing sizes, styles and price points have dominated the news in grills for several years. The question is: What is driving this need for greater capabilities, more features or better bells and whistles? The answer is in the eats. No matter the grill size or shape, grill retailers are finding sales are being generated by the consumer's need for greater variety and creativity in backyar... More
Grill sales to reach $3.7 billion in 2012

February 1, 2008
Grill sales over the next five years are expected to increase nationally by 15.6%, going from $3.2 billion in 2007 to $3.7 billion in 2012, according to the most recent projections by New York-based Easy Analytic Software Inc. The greatest increases will come in the West and South. Both are expected to increase sales in the 18% range. More
Grills: Specialty store buyers vs. Big box buyers

By Dana French, February 1, 2008
Comprising more than half of the $5.8 billion outdoor market, retail sales for grills increased 5.8% last year, hitting $3.2 billion. As first reported in Casual Living's exclusive 2007 Universe Study, home improvement centers, including the giants Home Depot and Lowe's, are the undisputed sales leaders in the grill category. More
National Hardware Show aligns management team

January 21, 2008
The National Hardware Show has aligned its management team to focus efforts on the customer experience through enhanced programming, strengthening key partnerships and alliances and identifying and cultivating new retail visitor growth. More

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